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Stay connected to what’s happening across SkillsUSA Massachusetts. From leadership conferences and competitions to training opportunities and special events, explore upcoming experiences designed to bring members together, build skills, and create opportunities for the future.

OUR EVENTS


2026 JULY
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26–30 SUN–THU
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Training

Courtyard by Marriott – Boston Marlborough
75 Felton Street, Marlborough, MA 01753

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2026 SEPTEMBER
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11–13 FRI–SUN
STAFF EVENT

SkillsUSA Massachusetts Staff Planning Retreat

Boston Harbor Hotel
75 Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA

For SkillsUSA Massachusetts staff
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19 SAT
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Meeting

Via Zoom

9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
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25–30 FRI–WED
LEADERSHIP

Washington Leadership Training Institute

Alexandria, Virginia

For SkillsUSA State and National Officers
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2026 OCTOBER
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07 WED
ADVISORS

Chapter Advisor’s Boot Camp & Kick-Off Luncheon

Courtyard by Marriott – Boston Marlborough
75 Felton Street, Marlborough, MA 01753

8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
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09–11 FRI–SUN
LEADERSHIP

Region I Leader’s Conference

Crowne Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel
660 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211

For SkillsUSA State and National Officers • Also serves as the October State Officer Meeting • Fri. 12:00 noon–Sun. 3:00 p.m.
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15 THU
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board of Directors Meeting

Tri-County RTHS, Franklin, MA

2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
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27 TUE
CULINARY

MRE Challenge

Massachusetts Army National Guard Armory
149 Speen Street, Natick, MA 01760

For culinary students • Subject to change until confirmation from MAANG
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28 WED
CHAMPIONSHIPS PLANNING

Championships Planning Meeting

Via Zoom

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
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2026 NOVEMBER
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07 SAT
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Meeting

Via Zoom with FSLC Staff

9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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20–21 FRI–SAT
STAFF EVENT

Fall State Leadership Conference Staff Days

Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel
181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA 01753

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22–23 SUN–MON
STATE CONFERENCE

Fall State Leadership Conference

Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel
181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA 01753

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2026 DECEMBER
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02 WED
CHAMPIONSHIPS PLANNING

Championships Planning Meeting

Via Zoom

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
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12 SAT
COMMUNITY

SkillsUSA Community Holiday Party

Location: To Be Determined

Also serves as the December State Officer Meeting • 9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
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17 THU
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board of Directors Meeting

3 Restaurant, Franklin, MA

12:00 noon–2:30 p.m.
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2027 JANUARY
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09 SAT
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Meeting

Via Zoom

9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
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14 THU
STUDENT LEADERSHIP

SmartStart Summit

Boxborough Regency Hotel
242 Adams Place, Boxborough, MA 01719

For freshman students
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21 THU
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board of Directors Meeting

Via Zoom

2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
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27 WED
CHAMPIONSHIPS PLANNING

Championships Planning Meeting

Via Zoom

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
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2027 FEBRUARY
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04 THU
STUDENT LEADERSHIP

SAiL Conference

Gillette Stadium, 1 Patriot Place, Foxborough, MA

Senior Adventures in Leadership
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24 WED
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 3 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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25 THU
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 2 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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26 FRI
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 1 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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2027 MARCH
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09 TUE
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 6 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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10 WED
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 5 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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11 THU
QUALIFYING EVENT

District 4 Qualifying Event

SkillsUSA Massachusetts

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24 WED
CHAMPIONSHIPS PLANNING

Scoring Training / Planning Meeting

Blackstone Valley Technical HS
65 Pleasant Street, Upton, MA 01568

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
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25 THU
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board of Directors Meeting

Tri-County RTHS, Franklin, MA

2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
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27 SAT
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Portrait Day

Courtyard Marriott, Marlborough, MA

9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
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2027 APRIL
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21 WED
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Meeting

SkillsUSA State Office, Raynham, MA

9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
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27–29 TUE–THU
STAFF EVENT

State Leadership & Skills Conference Staff Days

Massachusetts

Staff preparation for the State Leadership & Skills Conference
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28 WED
SERIES DIRECTORS

Series Director Check-In & Kick-Off Dinner

Best Western Hotel & Trade Center
181 Boston Post Road West, Marlborough, MA 01752

State Conference
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29–01 THU–SAT
STATE CONFERENCE

State Leadership & Skills Conference

Championships Host Sites: Advantage Truck Group – 411 Hartford Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA 01545; Blackstone Valley RTHS – 65 Pleasant Street, Upton, MA 01568-1499; Shawsheen Valley Technical HS – 100 Cook Street, Billerica, MA 01821

April 29–May 1, 2027 • Host hotels include Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel, Boxborough Regency Hotel, Courtyard Marriott, DoubleTree Westborough, Embassy Suites Hotel, Hampton Inn, and Hilton Garden Inn.
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2027 MAY
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27 THU
BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Board of Directors Meeting

Tri-County RTHS, Franklin, MA

2:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
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2027 JUNE
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08 TUE
STATE OFFICERS

National Delegate Meeting

Via Zoom

4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
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10 THU
ADVISORS

Chapter Advisor’s NLSC Lunch & Learn

Courtyard Marriott – Boston Marlborough
75 Felton Street, Marlborough, MA 01753

10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
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21–26 MON–SAT
NATIONAL CONFERENCE

National Leadership & Skills Conference

Atlanta, Georgia

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2027 JULY
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25–29 SUN–THU
STATE OFFICERS

State Officer Training

Courtyard by Marriott – Boston Marlborough
75 Felton Street, Marlborough, MA 01753

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Our Statewide Initiatives

Experiences That Move Members Forward.

Throughout the year, SkillsUSA Massachusetts brings students, advisors, and chapters together through statewide leadership, career development, and competitive experiences. From conferences and specialized programs to qualifying events and advisor opportunities, each initiative is designed to strengthen skills, build connections, and prepare members for what comes next.

Opportunities Beyond Massachusetts.

Experiences That Move Members Forward.

SkillsUSA Massachusetts members have opportunities to grow beyond the state level through regional and national leadership experiences, training, recognition, and competition. From officer development and SkillsUSA Week to national conferences and special programs, these initiatives connect members with the larger SkillsUSA community while building leadership, confidence, and career-ready skills.